Ming Tombs (Ming Shisan Ling) Tours and Activities

Swap bustling Beijing for two of northern China’s greatest attractions on this private day trip. Visit the underground Dingling Tomb, the mausoleum of 16th-century Emperor Zhu Yijun; and learn about the country’s imperial Ming dynasties. After a Chinese lunch, take a cruise along the Longqing Gorge, admiring the emerald peaks, cliffs, and blue-green lakes of this epic river canyon. Entrance fees, boat trip, and central Beijing hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Take a private tour to two monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites located near Beijing: the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs. Your experienced guide takes you to the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, which offers superb viewing of historical and architectural features, along with sweeping views of the surroundings. Continue to the Ming Tombs, the royal burial complex for the emperors of the Ming Dynasty, and visit either the Sacred Way, Chang Ling Tomb or Ding Ling Tomb during your tour.

This full-day tour from Beijing gives you the chance to see two of China's top historical and cultural attractions. Start at the Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling) and then visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, where you can climb the centuries-old watchtowers. Lunch is included.

Choose the hassle-free way to travel from your hotel in Beijing to the Great Wall at Mutianyu Section and The Ming Tombs with this smooth and efficient private service. You will be picked up from your centrally located hotel in Beijing, hop aboard your private, air-conditioned vehicle and relax.During the Tour,your friendly driver will show you where to purchase your tickets.At each attraction,you will have free time to enjoy the attraction at your own pace.The private transfer service is for 8-9 hours.

Discover two of China’s most incredible attractions during a full-day tour of the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, visit one of the best-preserved parts of the Great Wall and marvel at the spectacular scenery that surrounds the Badaling section. Then, explore the Chang Ling Tomb, a magnificent Ming emperor burial site. Appease your appetite with an authentic Chinese lunch and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel.

Head to the Chaoyang Theatre in Beijing for an acrobatic arts performance complete with colorful costumes and dramatic lighting and catchy music. During the 1-hour show, the young performers display immense skill, agility and strength as they execute gravity-defying balancing acts, contortionism, aerial maneuvers and more. This memorable show that both kids and adults will love. You also have the option to upgrade your ticket to include round-trip transfer from your hotel and VIP seating.

See one of the oldest performing arts practiced in China during an acrobatics show at the Chaoyang Theatre in Beijing. Choose from two evening performances and experience the convenience of a round-trip hotel transfer in a private vehicle. Opt for a seat in the middle section or upgrade to VIP seating.

Escape the crowds around the Great Wall of China and visit the ancient Mutianyu section on a full-day sightseeing tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the history behind the 6th-century section and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watch towers and enjoy an optional cable car ride if you wish (own expense). An authentic Chinese lunch and convenient, round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel are also included.

Enjoy a worry-free arrival in Beijing with this private transfer service. Skip the stress of waiting in taxi lines and receive personalized service with a professional and reliable driver. Ride from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to your hotel in a spacious private vehicle.

Explore the Great Wall of China from Jiankou to Mutianyu on a full-day hiking tour from Beijing. Enjoy great views and firsthand experience of this remote section of the Great Wall. Enjoy a moderately challenging hike with your guide along the mountain ridge that ensures a memorable experience of this world-famous monument that is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), both UNESCO World Heritage sites, on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall of China is one of the most popular attractions in China, yet the Mutianyu section attracts fewer visitors, which means you get a less crowded experience of this world-famous landmark. Then learn about the history of the majestic Summer Palace as you stroll through its lavish gardens, sprinkled with temples and other eye-catching features. Includes guide, lunch, entrance fees, Great Wall cable car ticket, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Beat the crowds and enjoy a comfortable guided tour of the Mutianyu Great Wall, a quieter, under-the-radar section of the world-famous ancient barricade. Get a first-hand peek at parapets and watchtowers set into a rugged landscape—without any time-wasting shopping stops. Tours include hotel pickup from Beijing in a climate-controlled bus and a tasty Chinese-style lunch at a local restaurant.

Watch Beijing light up for the night on a nighttime sightseeing tour of China’s capital city. Travel with a private guide in a comfortable vehicle to see Tiananmen Square, and admire the dramatic architecture of the National Centre for the Performing Arts, CCTV headquarters and Beijing National Stadium. Explore a maze of food stalls at the Donghuamen Night Market and Wangfujing Night Market; discover some great local bars around Houhai Lake, and check out the colorfully lit Central Business District shopping centers.

Take a break from busy Beijing for a full-day hike along the Great Wall of China, one of the world’s most famous monuments. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Simatai West to Jinshanling, a beautiful and less-crowded section of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the hike, have lunch at a restaurant operated by local farmers before returning to Beijing.

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city without actually leaving Beijing on this day trip around top landmarks of the city’s natural heritage. Skip the crowded group tours and start your day with a private, guided walk around the historic grounds of the Temple of Heaven—still well-used by the public today. Then, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and take a dragon boat out on the tranquil waters of Kunming Lake.

The Great Wall of China’s is one of the world’s most popular attractions, and this small-group visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall helps you bypass the crowds. One of the most rugged and picturesque sections of the ancient barricade, Mutianyu has all of the charm and history with far fewer tourists. Tours include round-trip hotel transfers and a tasty Chinese lunch stop.

Explore some of Beijing’s most iconic attractions including Lama Temple stopping at Olympic Park to snap photos of the Water Cube and Bird's Nest. Continue on to Lama Temple, an important Tibetan Buddhist temple that is home to an enormous Buddha statue. Have lunch with a local family in their traditional home, then see the hutongs by rickshaw. Climb Jingshan Hill in Jingshan Park and enjoy sweeping views of the Forbidden City.

If you shun the beaten path and prefer to enjoy your history without a seething mass of tourists, opt for this private door-to-door tour of the Great Wall at Sanjiebei, a destination many locals don’t even know. Hike along a particularly ancient and unrestored stretch of wall for around half a day with your personal guide then enjoy a homemade lunch in a mountain village.

Do full justice to three of Beijing’s must-see sights with a privately guided city sightseeing trip. Check out Tiananmen Square, the immense square at the heart of the city, and explore the highlights of the Forbidden Palace and the Summer Palace on guided walking tours. Lunch, entrance fees, private transport with a guide and driver, and hotel pickup and drop-off all included.

The UNESCO-listed Forbidden City is Beijing’s most visited attraction with over 14 million annual visitors, and it has the traffic to match. This half-day walking tour ensures you maximise your time, with a private guide, pre-paid entrance tickets, and an itinerary tailored to your preferences. Hotel pickup is included.

Sprawling across 743 acres (301 hectares) of lake and garden, the Summer Palace was designed to keep the imperial court entertained through Beijing’s long, hot summers. So it’s well worth taking a private guide to steer you to the highlights of this vast expanse. Beat the long lines by pre-booking this convenient door-to-door tour that includes Nanhu Island, Longevity Hill, the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and shopping.

With a private guide providing commentary and navigating, trek from Jiankou to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall on this full-day tour from Beijing. Follow your guide through the multiple sections, some winding and difficult, on this full-day hike. Enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace. Finish up with a traditional Chinese meal once you reach Mutianyu. Round-trip private transportation from Beijing included.

The final resting place of 13 Ming Dynasty emperors, Beijing’s Ming Tombs remain one of the city’s most significant landmarks (and are also a UNESCO World Heritage Site). This private, half-day tour offers a seamless and stress-free way to discover more. Pick between morning or afternoon tour times, and meet your guide at your Beijing hotel. Upon arrival, you’ll see the Sacred Way, will explore the Dingling Tomb, and will learn more about China’s imperial past.

Immerse in Beijing’s imperial past on this door-to-door guided tour of two out-of-town signature sights: the Great Wall at Mutianyu and the Ming Tombs. Start by touring these historic royal tombs, including the Dingling Underground Palace, then enjoy a local lunch, see jade carvers in action, and sip tea at a teahouse. Finish with a stroll on the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a particularly scenic section of the world-famous structure.